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Position: Assistant Curator

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Location: Mahone Bay Museum

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Contract Duration: 13 weeks

nHours: Full-time (30 hours per week)n

Start date: 2026-06-01

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End date: 2026-08-29

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Job Description The Assistant Curator will support the research, development, and delivery of a temporary exhibit focused on environmental themes. This position offers experience in curatorial research, exhibit writing and design, digital communications, and public engagement. No previous museum experience is required, and duties include support for exhibit openings, social media content, and front desk coverage as needed.

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Key Responsibilities

n-Assist with research and development of a temporary exhibit.n

-Conduct research using museum collections, archives, and external sources

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-Draft exhibit text, captions, and labels using clear, engaging, plain language

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-Support exhibit layout planning with attention to accessibility and visitor engagement

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-Assist with exhibit installation and preparation of materials

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-Help organize and support the exhibit opening event

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-Prepare general historic social media posts on a bi-weekly basis

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-Assist with front desk coverage, opening and closing procedures, and visitor services as required

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Qualifications





n-Eligibility for Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations (Must be a full-time student under 30 years of age at the start of employment, and returning to studies in the fall)n

-Current student majoring history, museum studies, heritage, communications, or a related field

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-Solid research, writing, and communication skills

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Youth who self-identify as disabled, LGBTQIA2S+, Indigenous, visible minorities, or new Canadians are strongly encouraged to apply.

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The Mahone Bay

nMuseum is an equal opportunity employer and aims to have at least 50% of its staff self-identify as one of these equity groups.n

How to Apply

nInterested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to Grace Armstrong, Manager and Curator, via e-mail at [email protected] by April 24, 2026. Please apply as soon as possible; interviews will begin in April 2026 and continue until a suitable candidate is found.n

For more information about the Mahone Bay Museum, visit mahonebaymuseum.com

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Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Seasonal

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Contract length: 3 months

nPay: $17.25 per hourn

Expected hours: 30 per week

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Work Location: In person

nExpected start date: 2026-06-02n

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Fixed term contract, Seasonal

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Contract length: 3 months

nPay: $17.25 per hourn

Work Location: In person

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📌 Assistant Curator (Mahone Bay)
🏢 Mahone Bay Museum
📍 Mahone Bay